Relationship Counseling

Relationships are deeply important—and they can also be complicated. You might be feeling misunderstood, stuck in the same arguments, or unsure how to communicate what you really need. Relationship counseling offers a supportive space to unpack those dynamics with curiosity and care. My goal is to help you better understand one another, shift out of painful cycles, and create space for honesty, empathy, and renewed connection—whether you're dating, partnered, married, or something in between.

Addressing relationships in therapy can look like couples counseling or individual. Either way we think addressing the relationships in counseling are so important. They often can cause things like depression and anxiety without even knowing. Our approach can address both!

Building and maintaining relationships can be difficult as we grow in our careers, become parents and even continue education. Whether you are in need of marriage, divorce, couples or family therapy, we got you! We get it, which is why therapy is remote and, on your time, so you can foster healthy relationships. It's okay if the other person is not ready for relationship or family therapy, let's work on what we can, and the rest will follow.

At East Coast Mental Wellness, we help couples strengthen their relationships by providing a supportive space to improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method and Imago Relationship Therapy to address conflict, enhance intimacy, and foster understanding. We guide couples in developing healthier communication patterns, managing conflict constructively, and reconnecting emotionally and physically. Whether

"Anissa really took the time to understand our unique issues...all of us felt really heard and we were able to finally hear and understand each other better and find new ways to communicate and function day to day that have really improved things in our home." ---RD

Relationship counseling provides a space to explore how past experiences shape the dynamics of your current relationships. By understanding individual histories and their impact on communication, trust, and connection, we can uncover patterns that may be influencing how you relate to one another. Whether in monogamous or polyamorous relationships, my goal is to help you address unresolved issues, foster deeper understanding, and create healthier, more mindful ways of relating."

I’m a relationship expert because I’ve dedicated my career to understanding and transforming the dynamics that connect us to each other. With a Ph.D. in marriage and family therapy, I have extensive training in how relationships shape us and influence our well-being. Over the years, I’ve helped couples and individuals navigate the complexities of relationships—from communication breakdowns and recurring conflicts to attachment wounds and patterns that keep people feeling stuck.

At our practice, we're all about helping couples build stronger, happier relationships. With years of experience in relationship therapy, our friendly team is here to support you through everything from minor squabbles to major challenges. We create a safe, welcoming space where you can work on communication, resolve conflicts, and reconnect with each other.

My additional graduate training in couple and family therapy has given me the special insight and skills with which I have competed hundreds of pre-marital, couple and family therapy sessions for over 12 years.

I am trained and have experience working with all types of relationships. Communication work is key to any healthy relationship and in my opinion is the cornerstone of relationship therapy.

Relationship counseling helps individuals and couples build stronger, healthier connections. Whether you're navigating conflict, communication issues, or deepening intimacy, evidence-based approaches foster lasting change. I've trained in several proven couples therapy models and authored two books for couples. Whether you're seeking support as an individual or a couple, relationship counseling can help your romantic or other relationships thrive with greater understanding, trust, and connection

Inundated with the assumptions, attitudes, and assessments of others, it can feel impossible to sort out what feels intuitively right for you and your partner(s), your family member(s), or your friend(s). Agreements and promises can be made as easily as feelings can change and get hurt, the pain of which can foreclose any hope of processing and surviving such ruptures. You do not have to remain stuck, give up, or figure it out alone.

Training in couples, marriage, and family therapy. Working with relationships in the context of group. Working with business and professional relationships

The frameworks I utilize the most are the Gottman Method and the Developmental Model. I have completed Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 Trainings as well as extensive training in the developmental model. I will also weave in techniques and methods learned from Emotional Focused therapy and Esther Perel’s work when appropriate.

I provide consultation and counseling for parents/caregivers. Please see the My Background and Approach section for more information regarding this specialty.

I offer relationship counseling for romantic partners and multi-partner relationships. My training includes coursework and specialization in couples therapy, as well as the unique challenges faced by non-monogamous, kinky, and other alternative sexuality communities.

I work with individuals to help them better understand their relationship patterns, attachment styles, and emotional needs. Whether you’re healing from heartbreak, struggling with dating, or wanting to build healthier relationships, I help you explore how your past influences your present, so you can show up more confidently and authentically in your connections.

Relationships shape our lives, yet many struggle with communication, trust, and emotional connection. I help partners identify patterns, heal past wounds, and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. Using Gestalt therapy, the Developmental Model, and Imago Relationship Therapy, I guide couples in deepening intimacy and navigating challenges with clarity. My approach is direct yet compassionate, offering tools for meaningful, lasting change in relationships of all structures.